High tech court launched in Sydney

Level three of the Downing Centre reopened today.

The Downing Centre is a major court house complex in Sydney. Originally built in 1908 as the premises for Mark Foys, the building was converted into courts in 1985 and is heritage listed. Woolacotts recently completed an upgrade of the level three court rooms.

Today the ‘super court’ was featured on Seven News.

NSW Attorney General Greg Smith says, “This is the best court I’ve seen in the country, and I’ve seen courts in every state and territory.”

Woolacotts was engaged as structural engineers for the reconfiguration of the space, including removal of columns, security holding bays and tiered flooring.

The courts feature high-tech multimedia, which is expected to speed up the legal process.

Sydney’s biggest trials will be held in these court rooms, including the high profile ‘Sydney bikie war’ trials.

With several decades of experience, Woolacotts are experts in justice and emergency design. They have completed countless prison, court house and emergency services projects throughout their 80 years
of operation.